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    Green Beans with Shallots and Tomatoes

    Jun 16, 2014 by Kaitlin

    Fresh, crisp green beans are combined with flavorful shallots and tomatoes! This is a simple and delicious side dish, especially in summer with seasonal produce. (Vegan, gluten-free, oil-free.)

    Plate of green beans with tomato and shallot

    This easy side dish is fantastic when summer vegetables are in season.

    The fresh green beans pair great with the warm tomato shallot dressing.

    It has a nice zing from the red wine vinegar, and slight sweetness from the fresh, juicy tomatoes.

    Plus the leftovers are great too. (I even eat them cold!)

    Fresh trimmed green beans on a cutting board

    Ingredients

    For this recipe you will combine in a large skillet or pan on the stove:

    • Fresh green beans: You will need about one pound for this recipe. I have not tested it with frozen green beans, but that could probably work too. (Although they will not be nearly as crisp and tender.)
    • Shallots: These taste like a cross between garlic and onion. But if you can't find shallots, simply substitute with some sweet onion slices (or red onion, white onion, green onion, etc.) You can also include fresh garlic cloves if desired.
    • Roma tomatoes: You will need about two medium roma tomatoes. However you can change it up with other varieties like heirloom, beefsteak, or tomatoes on the vine. Or try grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes for a bolder, sweeter flavor.
    • Red wine vinegar: Or substitute white wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar for different flavors.
    • Salt: I use fine grain salt for this recipe. Use as much or as little to your taste. You can also stir in black pepper if desired.
    Fresh green beans in a steamer

    Customizing

    Fresh herbs + flavors: Change it up with your own favorite flavors. Right before serving, feel free to top your bowl with fresh basil, parsley, or oregano for added freshness.

    Garnish: You can also top this dish with vegan crumbled feta cheese, dairy-free parmesan cheese, pine nuts, or slivered almonds before serving.

    Like it spicy? Sprinkle on red pepper flakes to taste.

    Plate of cooked green beans with shallots and tomato

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    Plate of green beans with tomato and shallot

    Green Beans with Shallots and Tomatoes

    Fresh, crisp green beans dressed in a warm, tangy shallot dressing! A simple and delicious side dish, especially in summertime.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Author: Kaitlin - The Garden Grazer
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Vegan
    Servings: 4

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb. fresh green beans
    • 2 medium shallots (about 1/2 cup sliced)
    • 2 roma tomatoes
    • 3 Tbsp. red wine vinegar (or white)
    • Salt to taste

    Instructions

    • Trim ends off green beans. Dice tomatoes and slice shallots.
    • Steam the green beans for about 4-5 minutes, until just tender.
    • Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, saute shallots with a little salt for 4-5 minutes. (I use 3 Tbsp. water/veggie broth for no-oil saute method, adding more as needed.)
    • Add diced tomatoes and cook 2 more minutes.
    • Add red wine vinegar and heat for 1 minute.
    • Reduce heat, add steamed green beans, and mix well to combine the dressing with the beans.

    Nutrition Per Serving (Estimate)

    Nutrition Facts
    Green Beans with Shallots and Tomatoes
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    52
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    1
    g
    2
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Potassium
     
    354
    mg
    10
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    11
    g
    4
    %
    Fiber
     
    4
    g
    17
    %
    Sugar
     
    5
    g
    6
    %
    Protein
     
    3
    g
    6
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    1041
    IU
    21
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    19
    mg
    23
    %
    Calcium
     
    50
    mg
    5
    %
    Iron
     
    1
    mg
    6
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    1. Elle M

      November 25, 2014 at 8:49 pm

      I just wanted to thank you for yet another fabulous and easy recipe! These took no time at all, and were so delicious I had to stop myself from eating the whole batch. My new favorite way to eat green beans!

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      • Kaitlin

        July 06, 2021 at 10:59 am

        Great to hear!

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